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Payroll Outsourcing in California: Compliance Guide
Payroll outsourcing for businesses operating in California means knowing not just federal payroll requirements, but the specific state obligations that apply to California employers.
California Payroll Requirements for Employers
California employers must handle: state income tax withholding (where applicable), state unemployment insurance (SUTA), state new hire reporting, and any California-specific payroll laws that go beyond federal requirements.
Specifics vary by state. If you operate in California and have questions about your specific obligations, a 15-minute call with BEG payroll covers the state-specific requirements for your business type.
What BEG Managed Payroll Covers in California
- California state income tax withholding and remittance
- California SUTA registration and payments
- California new hire reporting within the required timeframe
- Federal tax deposits and quarterly/annual IRS filings
- Year-end W-2 production for all California employees
- Compliance monitoring for California payroll law changes
Managed Payroll Cost for California Businesses
| Business Size | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 10 employees | $250-$450 | $3,000-$5,400 |
| 25 employees | $625-$1,125 | $7,500-$13,500 |
| 50 employees | $1,250-$2,250 | $15,000-$27,000 |
| 100 employees | $2,500-$4,500 | $30,000-$54,000 |
BEG serves businesses nationally, including California. All California state filings are included in the base PEPM fee.
Managed Payroll, Handled.
BEG manages payroll at $25-$45 per employee per month, all-inclusive. Get an instant cost comparison for your business.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does managed payroll cost?
BEG managed payroll runs at $25-$45 per employee per month, all-inclusive. For a 25-employee company, that is $625-$1,125 per month.
How quickly can you set up managed payroll?
Setup takes 3-5 business days from contract signing to first live payroll run. We handle the configuration, data migration, and tax account setup.
What is included at $25-$45 PEPM?
Payroll processing, federal and state tax deposits and filings, new hire reporting, direct deposit, year-end W-2s and 1099s, compliance monitoring, and off-cycle runs. All included.
Can you handle payroll in multiple states?
Yes. Multi-state payroll is a standard service. We register in each state where you have employees and handle state withholding and unemployment filing in all applicable states.
What happens if there is a payroll error?
If an error occurs due to our processing, we correct it at our cost. This includes amended returns, corrected W-2s, and penalty abatement where applicable.
Related Resources
Anthony leads payroll solutions at Business Executive Group, a national managed payroll firm serving businesses across industries. BEG manages payroll at $25-$45 PEPM, all-inclusive, with deep expertise in compliance, multi-state filing, and industry-specific payroll requirements. Get instant pricing at beghr.com.
Authoritative source: U.S. Department of Labor: Wage and Hour Division
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